The Research Associate will be part of a vibrant team that develops robots and algorithms forregenerative medical interventions in confined spaces. This specific position aims at developing themechatronics and control components that enable image-guided delivery of the said stem cells witha sub-millimetre flexible robot. The post-holder can be involved in the design and development ofthe robotic system’s actuation and control, and the overall framework that provides the computer-aidedassistance during the robotic intervention. They will have the opportunity to be involved in allaspects of robot design, testing, and deployment to the operating theatre.The post is funded for two year in the first instance.

Key Requirements

Candidates must have a PhD, equivalent qualification, or equivalent industrial experience inmechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or closely related field. Candidates must possess afirst or upper second undergraduate degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, orrelated subject, and must demonstrate excellent engineering and communication skills. A strongpublication record is expected. All candidates must have demonstrable experience of mechatronics system design, modelling, anddevelopment, preferably, but not necessarily, in an image-guided robotic surgery context. Familiaritywith flexible robots and their modelling is highly desirable. Experience with Computer-Aided Designsoftware (e.g. Solidworks) and scientific computing platforms (e.g. Matlab/Simulink) is necessary.Familiarity with Robot Programming (e.g. via ROS) would be desirable.